The 2024 Big Shanty Festival in downtown Kennesaw is scheduled for the weekend of April 20th and 21st. According to a press release, the Big Shanty Festival will include: Over 200 vendor booths featuring arts and crafts 25 food booths an … [Read more...] about The 2024 Big Shanty Festival kicks off with a parade in downtown Kennesaw
Festivals
The Lemonade Days Festival runs through Sunday
Dunwoody's annual Lemonade Days festival returns in the spring of 2024 for it's 24th year! The five-day event will happen from Wednesday, April 17th thru Sunday, April 21st, 2024. Lemonade Days Festival hours: Wednesday -- 4 … [Read more...] about The Lemonade Days Festival runs through Sunday
Your complete guide to the Atlanta Dogwood Festival in Piedmont Park
We have a complete list of FREE concerts at the 2024 Dogwood Festival, just below! Dogwood Festival 2023, Atlanta Dogwood Festival, Dogwood Festival Piedmont Park The Atlanta Dogwood Festival is back at Piedmont Park for 2024, right on … [Read more...] about Your complete guide to the Atlanta Dogwood Festival in Piedmont Park
Don’t miss the Acworth Art Fest this weekend
The Acworth Art Fest is back for 2024! This has always traditionally been a vibrant, two-day celebration in Cobb County. Admission is FREE. This year's event will take place on April 13th and 14th, along Main Street in Acworth's historic downtown … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the Acworth Art Fest this weekend
Salute to the Red, White & Blue in East Point: live music, family fun, fireworks
2024 update: We have no current info for the 2024 event and can not verify it is happening. The city calendar is empty for July 3 & 4. East Point's annual Salute to the Red, White and Blue Independence Day fireworks are back for … [Read more...] about Salute to the Red, White & Blue in East Point: live music, family fun, fireworks
The Spring Festival on Ponce is back with art, music, food, and more
Spring is festival season in Atlanta! The Spring Festival on Ponce 2024 takes place on the first weekend in April. That's Saturday, April 6th and Sunday, April 7th. The festival is FREE and open to the public -- and leashed dogs are welcome, … [Read more...] about The Spring Festival on Ponce is back with art, music, food, and more
Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival features Barenaked Ladies, +LIVE+, Crash Test Dummies, and more!
The Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival is back for 2024, with headline acts Barenaked Ladies and +LIVE+ (last year, Band of Horses and Don McLean put on quite a show!) Mark your calendar. Save the date. The festival will take place in Blackburn … [Read more...] about Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival features Barenaked Ladies, +LIVE+, Crash Test Dummies, and more!
The Tulip Festival at Yule Forest Farm closes this weekend
You don't have to travel to Holland to see fields of tulips this year -- because Yule Forest is hosting its third annual Tulip Festival this spring, right here in metro Atlanta. And in 2024, the Tulip Festival happens over three … [Read more...] about The Tulip Festival at Yule Forest Farm closes this weekend
The annual Atlanta Purim Parade and Festival takes place this Sunday
It's time for the 32nd annual Atlanta Purim Parade & Festival! The date is set for Sunday, March 17, 2024. The parade is at noon. The festival takes place from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Admission to both is FREE. You'll find dozens of parade … [Read more...] about The annual Atlanta Purim Parade and Festival takes place this Sunday
The Atlanta Science Festival features 150 FREE citywide events, and it’s running now!
The Atlanta Science Festival takes place from March 9th to 23rd in 2024. This popular festival is returning to its usual format, with over 100 events that build up to the annual Exploration Expo in Piedmont Park. Festival events are designed to … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Science Festival features 150 FREE citywide events, and it’s running now!
Avenue Shamrock: A FREE St Patrick’s celebration at Avenue East Cobb on Thursday
Bring the whole family to Avenue East Cobb on Thursday, March 14th, 2024, for a St. Patrick's Celebration. Avenue Shamrock is FREE to attend and takes place in The Plaza from 6 to 8 p.m. You can enjoy: Live Music by Taylor Harlow … [Read more...] about Avenue Shamrock: A FREE St Patrick’s celebration at Avenue East Cobb on Thursday
Join in the St Patrick’s Day shenanigans in Olde Town Conyers & walk in this quirky parade
The city of Conyers has a quirky celebration planned in honor of St. Patrick's Day. The event takes place on Friday, March 15th, 2024. The events are FREE to attend and are family-friendly -- so show up and be Irish for a day! You're encouraged to … [Read more...] about Join in the St Patrick’s Day shenanigans in Olde Town Conyers & walk in this quirky parade
Head to downtown Norcross for Irish Fest this Saturday
The city of Norcross is hosting Irish Fest on Saturday, March 9th, 2024, from noon to 5:00 p.m. It takes place at various spots in the historic downtown area. Much of it is FREE to attend, although there are paid activities you must reserve in … [Read more...] about Head to downtown Norcross for Irish Fest this Saturday
The Atlanta Fermentation Festival celebrates all things fermented this Sunday
This one-day fest is a celebration of all things fermented -- from kombucha to kraut to beer! It takes place on Sunday, March 10, 2024 from noon to 7 p.m., at the Martin Street Foundry in East Point. The festival is … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Fermentation Festival celebrates all things fermented this Sunday
The 1st annual West Main Arts Festival launches in Canton this weekend
This is the inaugural event of a brand new arts festival in metro Atlanta! The West Main Arts Festival takes place near downtown Canton on Saturday, March 2, 2024 from noon to 6 p.m. This is a street fest that will take place in the developing … [Read more...] about The 1st annual West Main Arts Festival launches in Canton this weekend
St. Paddy’s on Perry is back this weekend in downtown Lawrenceville!
The city of Lawrenceville hosts the annual St Paddy's on Perry celebration on Saturday, March 18, 2023 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. This family-friendly street festival is FREE to attend. It takes place in downtown Lawrenceville, on the historic square. … [Read more...] about St. Paddy’s on Perry is back this weekend in downtown Lawrenceville!
Frühlingsfest — a German-style spring festival in downtown Avondale Estates
NOTE: We don't have a date for 2024 yet, but we will update as soon as details are released. Frühlingsfest is German for "spring festival" -- and if you love the winter Christkindl Market, you'll love this German-style street festival, featuring … [Read more...] about Frühlingsfest — a German-style spring festival in downtown Avondale Estates
Oakland Cemetery: an Atlanta attraction and park that is always free to visit
NOTE: Oakland Cemetery is closed for the month of January in 2024, for construction and infrastructure improvements. However, you can sign up here for the MLK Day of Service on Jan. 15th and help out by planting trees and doing basic work on the … [Read more...] about Oakland Cemetery: an Atlanta attraction and park that is always free to visit
Daffodil Day at Oakland Cemetery puts thousands of blooms on display
UPDATE: We've confirmed this event is not happening in 2024. We hope it will return in 2025! There is no surer sign of spring. It doesn't matter what the calendar says, or when the planets align, or how low the mercury goes. Don't … [Read more...] about Daffodil Day at Oakland Cemetery puts thousands of blooms on display
Shop local at the Candler Park Holiday Art Block this Saturday
The Candler Park business district will host its annual holiday Art Block on Saturday, November 18, 2023 from noon to 6 p.m. The one-block area along Candler Park Drive will become a small street festival, featuring local art, jewelry, ceramics, … [Read more...] about Shop local at the Candler Park Holiday Art Block this Saturday
Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival takes place at Brook Run Park in Dunwoody this Sunday
The Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival takes place on Sunday, October 23, 2023 at Brook Run Park in Dunwoody. Admission is FREE. Hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. You can buy tasting tickets for $1.25 each to get a bite of the competition food. And you can … [Read more...] about Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival takes place at Brook Run Park in Dunwoody this Sunday
Alpharetta PopFest — a FREE fall music festival with food trucks on Oct. 21st
Alpharetta PopFest takes place on Saturday, October 21, 2023. It is a FREE, family-friendly, outdoor music festival at Brooke Street Park. PopFest takes place from 3:30 to 9 p.m. This years artists: 3:30 - 4:30 Rae & The Ragdolls 5:00 - … [Read more...] about Alpharetta PopFest — a FREE fall music festival with food trucks on Oct. 21st
FREE: The Marietta Square Artisan Market happens on the Square this Saturday
The Marietta Square Artisan Market is an outdoor market that features local art and hand-crafted items. It takes place on most Saturdays, year-round. Opening day for the season is Saturday, January 7, 2023, according to a Facebook post. The … [Read more...] about FREE: The Marietta Square Artisan Market happens on the Square this Saturday
Music Midtown: Early-bird pricing plus a layaway plan for your tickets (put as little as $25 down)
The popular Music Midtown festival returns to Piedmont Park from Friday, Sept. 15th through Sunday, Sept. 17th, 2023. Tickets go on sale on Thursday, May 18th. In past years, there has been tiered pricing -- with early bird pricing in … [Read more...] about Music Midtown: Early-bird pricing plus a layaway plan for your tickets (put as little as $25 down)
2024 Strawberry Festivals, and 10+ places to pick your own strawberries this spring
Fresh, local strawberries are a sign of spring in Georgia! It's the perfect time to plan a pick-your-own outing or enjoy a strawberry festival at a Georgia farm. Our list includes events and you-pick farms that are within an hour drive from … [Read more...] about 2024 Strawberry Festivals, and 10+ places to pick your own strawberries this spring
Noshfest features authentic Jewish food, kids zone with inflatables, entertainment, more
NOTE: We don't have info for 2023 yet, so stay tuned! Noshfest is back for the 2022 Labor Day Weekend! Celebrate Jewish food and culture at Noshfest, which takes place on Sunday, Sept. 4th and Monday, Sept. 5th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event … [Read more...] about Noshfest features authentic Jewish food, kids zone with inflatables, entertainment, more
Update on the 2023 Food-O-Rama food truck festival at Grant Park
UPDATE: On August 24th, we learned that the 2022 Food-O-Rama was CANCELED, due to "concerns over staffing as well as safety precautions against COVID or other contagious diseases." See the cancellation announcement on Facebook UPDATE: On … [Read more...] about Update on the 2023 Food-O-Rama food truck festival at Grant Park
The annual Sprayberry Halloween Jam-BOO-ree and trunk-or-treat event is bigger than ever!
This event is packed full of fall fun and and Halloween treats! The Sprayberry Trunk-or-Treat Jam-BOO-ree takes place on Saturday, October 22, 2022. NOTE that we've confirmed this is the correct date -- it is being reported elsewhere … [Read more...] about The annual Sprayberry Halloween Jam-BOO-ree and trunk-or-treat event is bigger than ever!
Atlanta World Kite Festival & Expo in Piedmont Park this weekend
Let's go fly a kite! On Saturday, October 30, 2021 the Atlanta World Kite Festival returns to the Meadow at Piedmont Park. It is FREE to attend. From 2 to 6 p.m., there will be kite flying, live entertainment, face painting, arts & crafts, … [Read more...] about Atlanta World Kite Festival & Expo in Piedmont Park this weekend
Atlanta Chinese Lantern Festival at Centennial Olympic Park
You're early! Our 2021 content is in progress. For now, you can browse last year's offerings -- but please check back soon for the updated details! With Centennial Olympic Park still closed indefinitely, it looks like there will NOT be a Chinese … [Read more...] about Atlanta Chinese Lantern Festival at Centennial Olympic Park
FREE: Day of the Dead Festival at The Atlanta History Center (register in advance)
The Atlanta History Center is hosting a FREE Day of the Dead Festival, known as Dia de los Muertos in Spanish. The event takes place on Sunday, October 31, 2021, from noon to 5:00 p.m. Capacity is limited, so you'll need to register online for … [Read more...] about FREE: Day of the Dead Festival at The Atlanta History Center (register in advance)
Brookhaven Fall Arts Festival
updated on 9/29/2020 This event is canceled for 2020. Info below the line is from a previous year The Brookhaven Arts Festival happens this weekend, October 19th and 20th, 2019. It is FREE to attend. The festival takes … [Read more...] about Brookhaven Fall Arts Festival
UPDATE on the Heritage Sandy Springs Fall Festival & Pet Parade
UPDATED on 9/23/2020 Since there is no new info posted for 2020, it seems this event won't happen this year. Info below the line is from 2019 and is not current. The Sandy Springs Festival and Pet Parade returns this weekend for two … [Read more...] about UPDATE on the Heritage Sandy Springs Fall Festival & Pet Parade
LAST CALL: Oakland Cemetery’s popular Summer Scramble Scavenger Hunt is ending soon
Looking for outdoor activities in July? Oakland Cemetery's Summer Scramble Scavenger Hunt is perfect for families or groups of friends. It could also be a fun, creative cheap date. And due to its popularity in June, it has been extended for one more … [Read more...] about LAST CALL: Oakland Cemetery’s popular Summer Scramble Scavenger Hunt is ending soon
England’s Chelsea Flower Show is a FREE virtual event this year
If you're a gardening aficionado, maybe you've dreamed of attending the Chelsea Flower Show in person, in London. It's a hot ticket, for sure -- the 2019 event had a dress code and the equivalent of a hundred-dollar price tag for a one-day … [Read more...] about England’s Chelsea Flower Show is a FREE virtual event this year
Acworth Art Fest
For info on the current year's Art Fest, click here. Updated on 5/15/2020 The Art Fest has been postponed. It will take place on July 18 and 19, 2020. The Acworth Art Fest is a vibrant, two-day celebration in Cobb County. This year's event … [Read more...] about Acworth Art Fest
Free: MARTA’s 40th anniversary festival and concert this Sunday
MARTA wants you to come out for a festival and concert that celebrates its 40 years of service in Atlanta. The event takes place on Sunday, November 3, 2019 from 2:30 to 7:00 p.m., at MARTA's Avondale Rail Yard in Decatur. It is FREE to … [Read more...] about Free: MARTA’s 40th anniversary festival and concert this Sunday
Discounts: Taste of Atlanta this weekend, October 18 to 20, 2019
Taste of Atlanta will take place at Atlanta's Historic Fourth Ward Park from October 18 to 20, 2019. Check out the discount option below! The three-day food festival lets you sample the specialties of 90+ Atlanta restaurants, including food, beer, … [Read more...] about Discounts: Taste of Atlanta this weekend, October 18 to 20, 2019
Free: Taste of Soul Atlanta Festival on Labor Day Weekend
The Taste of Soul Atlanta Festival is a FREE festival that takes place downtown, in the heart of America's soul food capital. It is said to be the largest intown festival west of Peachtree Street. This family festival celebrates soul food and … [Read more...] about Free: Taste of Soul Atlanta Festival on Labor Day Weekend
Austell Labor Day Day Festival with live music and fireworks
Come out to Austell for family fun on Saturday, August 31st from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The Labor Day Festival in Austell will feature a parade, live music, vendors, and a fireworks finale. Admission is FREE. It all takes place in the Austell downtown … [Read more...] about Austell Labor Day Day Festival with live music and fireworks
